You can usually spot a cat owner by the cat hair clinging to their clothes. It seems that no matter how much effort is put forth or even after countless swipes with a lint roller, some of your feline companion’s fur will find a way to stick around, especially during shedding season. Let’s go over a few ways to manage cat shedding season more easily at home, plus some nutritional tips to help support your cat’s wardrobe change!
When the Fur Flies!
To make shedding season more manageable, let’s explore a few ways to minimize the frustration of all that cat hair.
Good Ol’ Brushing - Fortunately, any brush will work for reducing cat hair in the home. However, slicker brushes have tilted bristles that help remove stubborn fur and detangle hair. Just be cautious, as some brushes designed for shedding should be used intermittently rather than daily.
Laundry, Laundry, Laundry - While it may seem impossible to keep up, staying on top of laundry and regularly cleaning your cat’s items is essential for cleanliness and stress management. Cat hair is notorious for catching dirt and other debris, which can create problematic buildup. Just be sure to frequently clear your dryer’s lint trap!
A Lint Roller and Vacuum: Your Two Besties - Although it may feel like emptying the ocean with a single pail, a vacuum and lint roller will help to combat the buildup of fur during shedding season. In addition to your regular vacuum, handheld vacuums can clean the nooks and crannies of your furniture more easily.
Skin & Coat Support with Diet
While it would be quite a feat to create a recipe that completely eliminates shedding for our feline companions, the cycling of their coats is a healthy and natural process. The real question is: how can we foster healthy skin and coat through our cats’ diet?
Protein, Protein, Protein - It may seem like we highlight protein frequently when it comes to our feline companions, and that’s especially important for a healthy coat! Our cats, true obligate carnivores, can derive all the nutrients needed to thrive through animal protein. In fact, cat hair itself is made from a protein, keratin, and cats eating diets lacking in bioavailable protein will experience poor skin and coat health.
Don’t Forget the Fat - Or should we say fatty acids? That is, omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids. While it doesn’t necessarily prevent shedding, the balanced consumption of omega fatty acids allows for the development of a healthy skin and coat. Cold-water fish oils and flaxseed oil both contribute these vital fatty acids.
RAWZ for Skin and Coat Health
Several of our carefully formulated offerings meet the nutritional needs of a multitude of cats, including improving your pet’s skin and coat! Why not nourish your feline companion with recipes like our 94% Venison pate, featuring added goat’s milk or New Zealand green mussels to promote skin and coat health through natural, wholesome ingredients. Locate your nearest authorized RAWZ retail partner here to give your cat the nourishment they need for a healthier, shinier coat this shedding season!
